LaoisToday Reporter
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Kathleen Delaney (née Bracken)
Castlecoole, Ballinakill, Laois, R32 PE82 / Portarlington, Laois
Kathleen is formerly of Portnahinch,Portarlington...
Sadness at the death of former Portlaoise teacher Ann Rochford
The death has occurred of Ann Rochford (nee Whelan) from Mountmellick, a highly-regarded former secondary school teacher in Scoil Chriost Ri.
Mrs Rochford taught Irish...
Shock and sadness at the death of well-known Laois builder Pat Moore
The death has occurred of well-known Laois builder Pat Moore, who was originally from Emo.
Pat died suddenly on Saturday morning, aged in his late...
Business Briefing: An award winning Laois guesthouse continues to grow, latest news and supports
This week, Laois Chamber Alliance CEO, Caroline Hofman, caught up with Michael Fitzpatrick for a chat.
He is a Laois Chamber Alliance member and the...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, December 5, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Pat Moore
Ashfield House, Calverstown, Kilcullen, Kildare / Emo, Laois
The death has occurred of Pat Moore,...
International band ‘Spirit of Smokie’ comes to the Midlands Park Hotel this December
The Spirit of Smokie appears live at the Midlands Park Hotel on Thursday, December 29, bringing the hits of the 70s and 80s along...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, December 4, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Ann Rochford (née Whelan)
Lower Forest, Mountmellick, Laois
The death has occurred of Ann Rochford (née Whelan), Lower Forest, Mountmellick, Co...
Laois shop that sold winning €50,000 EuroMillions ticket revealed as search on for the...
The search is on to find the lucky player who scooped €50,000 after a winning EuroMillions ticket was sold in Laois.
Dunne's Store on the...
In Pictures: Mountmellick Community School Musical – Return to the 80’s – a huge...
The musical ‘Return to the 80’s’ was held in the Mountmellick Arts Centre on November 31 and December 1 by Mountmellick Community School.
The cast...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, December 3, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
William (Willie) Delaney
Valleyfield House, Ballinakill, Laois
Willie died peacefully at home in the presence of his...
Sadness following the passing of a Laois man who made a huge impact on...
There is sadness both in Ireland and abroad following the passing of a much-loved Laois man this week.
Jack Cuddy, 2 Mill Lane, Mountrath and...
Duff’s DCU down Fitzpatrick’s University of Limerick in Ladies Division 1 College’s final
There was strong Laois interest as DCU and University of Limerick clashed in the Ladies Division 1 College's League final last night.
The game was...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, December 2, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Maureen Templey (née Byrne)
Killimy, Emo, Laois
Maureen Templey, Killimy, Emo, County Laois, died at St James'...
JOB VACANCY: First Choice Bathrooms & Tiles seeking to hire Senior Warehouse Operative
First Choice Bathrooms & Tiles is a top quality showroom for bathrooms, tiles and wood flooring. We sell a complete range of products from...
In Pictures: Laois Secondary School host successful production of the popular musical Annie
A Laois secondary school recently held a successful musical in their school hall.
All eyes were on the students of Heywood Community School where they...
Laois motorists ‘will be hit hard by toll hikes’ says local TD
Sinn Féin TD Brian Stanley says that any increase in toll charges on the M7, M4, M50 or M1 will hit motorists and hauliers...
Up On Blue Bridge Productions scoping for prospective film locations in Laois
Over the last four years, Creative Laois initiatives have established roots and reinforced Laois County Council’s commitment to the role of arts, heritage, culture,...
Sadness in Mountmellick and surrounding areas at death of Mary McElwee
There is sadness in Mountmellick, Rosenallis, Killenard and surrounding areas following the death of Mary McElwee this week.
Mrs McElwee (nee Daly), a native of...
Plenty of change as senior club football managements confirmed ahead of 2023 season
A host of Laois senior football clubs will have new managers in place for the 2023 season.
Ballyfin, Courtwood and Arles-Killeen have all recently appointed...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, December 1, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Patrick (Pad) Deffew
13 Twoomey Park, Mountmellick, Laois
Patrick (Pad) Deffew, 13 Twoomey Park, Mountmellick died 30th...
Huge names from the Darts world set to play in Laois again in February
The World Darts Championship will soon be dominating our TV screens again in the run up to Christmas and some of those big names...
Maryborough National School to celebrate 125 years with Christmas concert in Portlaoise this Sunday
Maryborough National School in Portlaoise is 125 years old this year - and to mark that significant milestone they are holding a Christmas concert...
Laois primary school set to host Christmas themed tractor run in aid of playground...
A tractor run for both young and old is fast approaching as The Heath NS hosts a Christmas themed event on Sunday December 11.
The...
SOLAS – Sale, Evening Christmas Markets & Santa
SOLAS Eco Garden Centre in Portarlington really took its chance to shine last weekend, with Santa’s grotto being the outstanding success of the weekend.
David...
In Pictures: Laois man receives Athletic’s Ireland National Lifetime Services to Athletics Award
A Laois man has received the 'Lifetime Services to Athletics Award' at this year’s National Athletics Awards held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, November 30, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
John Scales
Old Borris, Castletown, Laois/Doolin, Clare
John Scales, Old Borris, Castletown, Portlaoise, Co. Laois and formerly...
Talking Sport Podcast: Ballyroan-Abbey win U-20 again, ‘B’ final preview and World Cup musings
Ballyroan-Abbey have brought the curtain down on another progressive football season by claiming the Laois U-20 'A' title for the second year running.
They proved...
Laois students receive top awards at Carlow College graduation
Two Laois students were recognised with academic excellence at the recent Carlow College, St Patrick’s Conferring ceremony for 2022.
Jessica Higgins from Portarlington and Robert...
Hennessy Auctioneers sell three Laois farms at auction with Ballacolla holding going for €1.43...
Hennessy Auctioneers recently completed the sale of three Laois farms by public auction.
The biggest sale was for a circa 60-acre residential farm in Granstown...
Fixture details announced for Laois ladies footballers 2023 National League campaign
The Laois ladies footballers will begin their 2023 National League Division 2 campaign at home to Ulster side Monaghan.
That game is scheduled for Sunday,...